2005 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 379 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 330 | CTS-V |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 548 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 747 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1994 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1884 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |