2009 BMW 330 vs. 2003 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac CTS-V would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 BMW 330. 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (529 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 2003 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 330 | CTS-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |