2000 BMW 328 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 328 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 2000 BMW 328. (192 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 325 kg more than 2000 BMW 328. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 328. (279 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 328 | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 328 | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 548 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 747 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1913 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1884 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
