1980 BMW 316 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 316 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1980 BMW 316. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 845 kg more than 1980 BMW 316. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 622 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 316. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW 316 | 2010 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 316 | CTS-V |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 556 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 746 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |