1996 BMW 740 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 740 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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, 1996 BMW 740 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 740 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 740 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3 |
| 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 | 1945 kg | 1868 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
