1990 BMW 320 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1990 BMW 320. (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 520 kg more than 1990 BMW 320. 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 (302 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 320. (224 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 320 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 320 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
