1990 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1990 BMW 525. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 BMW 525. 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 525. (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 525 | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 525 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
