2004 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 76 kg more than 2004 BMW 320. 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, 2004 BMW 320 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 320 | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 320 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
