2001 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 BMW 325. 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 325 | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 325 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
