2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 1964 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 205 kg more than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. 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, 2005 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. 2005 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1964 BMW 3200 CS has manual transmission. 1964 BMW 3200 CS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Cadillac Catera | 1964 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Catera | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |