2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, both 2008 BMW Z4 and 2008 Cadillac CTS were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (304 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 305 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4. 2008 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | Z4 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
