1976 BMW 633 vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1976 BMW 633. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 633. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 287 kg more than 1976 BMW 633. 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 633. (285 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 633. 2011 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1976 BMW 633 has manual transmission. 1976 BMW 633 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 633 | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 633 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
