2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1983 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1983 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 457 kg more than 1983 BMW 325. 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 Cadillac CTS (298 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 325. (222 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1983 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | CTS | 325 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
