1999 Lotus M250 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus M250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus M250 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Lotus M250. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 798 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250. 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 Lotus M250 (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus M250 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Lotus | Cadillac |
| Model | M250 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1473 mm |
