2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z3. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 BMW Z3. 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 CTS (245 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z3. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | CTS | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
