1996 BMW 540 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (266 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 BMW 540.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 540 | CTS |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.7 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.9 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |