1993 BMW 5.8 vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 5.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 5.8 would be higher. At 5,800 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 5.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 5.8 weights approximately 248 kg more than 2005 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, 1993 BMW 5.8 (786 Nm) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (264 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 5.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 5.8 | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 5.8 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 786 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
