1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1976 BMW 3.3. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 374 kg more than 1976 BMW 3.3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 3.3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 3.3. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 3.3 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1868 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 68 L |
