1996 BMW 316 vs. 2007 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 316 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 342 more horse power than 1996 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 316.
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 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 316. 2007 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 316 | 2007 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 316 | XLR |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 4376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 561 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
