1981 BMW 745 vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 28 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 BMW 745. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 198 kg more than 1981 BMW 745. 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 745 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 249 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 | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
