2007 BMW 116 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 116 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 543 kg more than 2007 BMW 116. 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 116 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
