1990 BMW 518 vs. 2005 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 518 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 345 kg more than 1990 BMW 518. 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, 2005 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518. 2005 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 518 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 518 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 518 | 2005 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 518 | Catera |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
