1988 BMW 524 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 524. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 524 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 443 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 560 kg more than 1988 BMW 524. 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 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 2010 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 524 | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
