1979 BMW 633 vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 633 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 318 kg more than 1979 BMW 633.
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, 1979 BMW 633 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 633 | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 633 | CTS |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |