1980 BMW M1 vs. 2003 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Catera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac Catera. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 289 kg more than 1980 BMW M1.
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, 1980 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Catera. 2003 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1980 BMW M1 has manual transmission. 1980 BMW M1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW M1 | 2003 Cadillac Catera | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | M1 | Catera |
Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2940 mm |