2006 BMW 130 vs. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen
To start off, 2006 BMW 130 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen would be higher. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 740 more horse power than 2006 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 130.
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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 1041 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 130. (315 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 130 | 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 130 | V Sixteen |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 13600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 1001 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 1356 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
