1992 BMW 530 vs. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen
To start off, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 530 would be higher. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 786 more horse power than 1992 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 704 kg more than 1992 BMW 530. 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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 1047 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 530. (309 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 530 | 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 530 | V Sixteen |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 13600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 1001 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 1356 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3560 mm |
