1980 BMW 628 vs. 2005 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 245 kg more than 1980 BMW 628. 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, 2005 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 628. 2005 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1980 BMW 628 has manual transmission. 1980 BMW 628 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 628 | 2005 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 628 | Catera |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
