1998 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 15 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 173 kg more than 1998 BMW 330. 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 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 330 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.3 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
