1992 BMW 540 vs. 2007 Cadillac STS-V
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1992 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 540.
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 STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 2007 Cadillac STS-V | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 540 | STS-V |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 595 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |