1981 BMW 745 vs. 2007 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 115 kg more than 1981 BMW 745.
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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 2007 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 745 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |
