1999 BMW 328 vs. 1998 Cadillac Catera

To start off, 1999 BMW 328 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 BMW 328. (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 223 kg more than 1999 BMW 328. 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, 1999 BMW 328 (279 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Catera.

Compare all specifications:

1999 BMW 328 1998 Cadillac Catera
Make BMW Cadillac
Model 328 Catera
Year Released 1999 1998
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2926 cc 2960 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 193 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 279 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 206 km/hour 204 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1482 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2940 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 68 L


 

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