1996 BMW 735 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 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 735 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 BMW 735. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735. 2007 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 735 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 735 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 735 | 2007 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 735 | XLR |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 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 |
