1992 BMW 850 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 20 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2012 Cadillac CTS. 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, 1992 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 850 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 68 L |
