2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 401 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3. 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 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3. 2000 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 2011 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2011 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | Z3 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |
