1999 BMW M5 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW M5 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1999 BMW M5.
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, 1999 BMW M5 (499 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (498 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW M5 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | M5 | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4900 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 498 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2947 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |