1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2012 BMW 318
To start off, 2012 BMW 318 is newer by 13 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 158 more horse power than 2012 BMW 318. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 71 kg more than 2012 BMW 318. 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 Cadillac Catera (370 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 318. (320 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 318. 1999 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 318 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 | 2012 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Catera | 318 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
