1999 BMW M28i vs. 2001 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Catera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW M28i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW M28i would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW M28i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M28i (250 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M28i should accelerate faster than 2001 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 BMW M28i.
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 M28i (355 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M28i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac Catera. 2001 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW M28i has manual transmission. 1999 BMW M28i will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M28i | 2001 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | M28i | Catera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2940 mm |
