1999 BMW V12 vs. 2001 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW V12 would be higher. At 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW V12 (550 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2001 Cadillac XLR. (316 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 2001 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 24 kg more than 1999 BMW V12.
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 V12 (909 Nm) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac XLR. (401 Nm). This means 1999 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW V12 | 2001 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | V12 | XLR |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5990 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Top Speed | 350 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1654 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
