2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 1996 BMW 730
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 1996 BMW 730 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | CTS | 730 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |