1992 BMW 850 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
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, 1992 BMW 850 (447 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 850 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 850 | CTS |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 302 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |