1999 BMW 750 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 750 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1999 BMW 750. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS-V.
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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 750. (490 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 750 | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 750 | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5370 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 548 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 747 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1994 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1884 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2880 mm |
