1973 BMW 3 vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3. (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 524 kg more than 1973 BMW 3. 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3. (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 3 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
