2009 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (253 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 386 kg more 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac CTS. 2007 Cadillac CTS 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. 2007 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW M3 | 2007 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | M3 | CTS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |