1990 BMW 730 vs. 1998 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Catera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 105 kg more than 1990 BMW 730. 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, both vehicles can yield 260 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 1998 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 730 | 1998 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 730 | Catera |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
