1994 BMW 730 vs. 2006 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1994 BMW 730. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 730 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Cadillac XLR.
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, 2006 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 730. (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 730 | 2006 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 730 | XLR |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
