1995 BMW S3 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW S3 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 23 kg more than 1995 BMW S3.
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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | S3 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
