2009 BMW M3 vs. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen would be higher. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 587 more horse power than 2009 BMW M3. (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW M3.
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 V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 956 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | M3 | V Sixteen |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 13600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 1001 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 1356 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3560 mm |
