2001 BMW M vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (318 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 403 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M. 2012 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | M | CTS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |
