1976 BMW 628 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 628 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1976 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 628.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 628 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 628 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
