1993 BMW 856 vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 856. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 856 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 856 weights approximately 273 kg more than 2004 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, 1993 BMW 856 (550 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (298 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 856 | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 856 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
