1976 BMW 630 vs. 1999 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1976 BMW 630. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 108 kg more than 1976 BMW 630. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Cadillac Catera (370 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 630. (251 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 630 | 1999 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 630 | Catera |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
