1988 BMW M5 vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M5 (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (307 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 61 kg more than 1988 BMW M5.
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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M5. (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M5 | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | M5 | CTS |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |