1998 BMW Pickster vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Pickster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Pickster would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (542 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1998 BMW Pickster. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Pickster.
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-V (550 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Pickster. (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Pickster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 2009 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | Pickster | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
