1996 BMW Z3 vs. 2005 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 450 kg more than 1996 BMW Z3.
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, 1996 BMW Z3 (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW Z3 | 2005 Cadillac Catera | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | Z3 | Catera |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |