1994 BMW 740 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1994 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 740 | ATS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2776 mm |
