1992 BMW 520 vs. 1998 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Catera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 217 kg more than 1992 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, 1998 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 520 | 1998 Cadillac Catera | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 520 | Catera |
Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |