2001 Cadillac LMP vs. 2006 BMW 318
To start off, 2006 BMW 318 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac LMP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac LMP would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac LMP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac LMP (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac LMP should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318.
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, 2001 Cadillac LMP (401 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm). This means 2001 Cadillac LMP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac LMP | 2006 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | LMP | 318 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2730 mm |
