1998 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 116 kg more than 1998 BMW 320. 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, 1998 BMW 320 (280 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (264 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 320 | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 320 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
