1999 BMW 318 vs. 2003 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 BMW 318. 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 2003 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 318 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
