2004 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M3 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2004 BMW M3. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 366 kg more than 2004 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M3. (350 Nm). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | M3 | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
