2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac Le Mans would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 186 more horse power than 2011 BMW M3. (414 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 140 kg more than 2011 BMW M3. 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | 2011 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Le Mans | M3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1424 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2761 mm |
