1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2010 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
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 Cadillac Catera (370 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328. 1999 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Catera | 328 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
