1990 BMW 520 vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1990 BMW 520. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 BMW 520. 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 520. (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 520 | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 520 | CTS |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |