1999 BMW 323 vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 323 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 316 kg more than 1999 BMW 323. 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 323 | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 323 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1746 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 Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
