2007 BMW 325 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 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 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 55 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 272 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 325 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 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 | 1476 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
