1995 BMW 316 vs. 2005 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1995 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 395 kg more than 1995 BMW 316. 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, 2005 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 316. 2005 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 316 | 2005 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 316 | Catera |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
