1998 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 104 kg more than 1998 BMW 330.
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 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 330 | CTS |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |