2008 BMW 135 vs. 1997 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1997 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1997 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 BMW 135.
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, 2008 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 135 | 1997 Cadillac Catera | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 135 | Catera |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |