2009 BMW 550 vs. 1996 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1996 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1996 Cadillac Catera.
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, 2009 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Cadillac Catera. 1996 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1996 Cadillac Catera | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 550 | Catera |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2962 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |