1998 BMW 323 vs. 2000 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 158 kg more than 1998 BMW 323. 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, 2000 Cadillac Catera (270 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (246 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 323. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 2000 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 323 | Catera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
