1992 BMW 538 vs. 2007 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 538. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 538 would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (443 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1992 BMW 538. (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 538.
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, 2007 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 538. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 538.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 538 | 2007 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 538 | XLR |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 4376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 561 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
