1998 BMW 730 vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 730 | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 730 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
