1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 12 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 99 more horse power than 2011 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 71 kg more than 2011 BMW 123. 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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (370 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 2011 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Catera | 123 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
