2001 BMW 740 vs. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans

To start off, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 740 would be higher. Both 2001 BMW 740 and 2002 Cadillac Le Mans are equipped with a 4,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 283 more horse power than 2001 BMW 740. (317 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 13 kg more than 2001 BMW 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2001 BMW 740 (410 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. (400 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans.

Compare all specifications:

2001 BMW 740 2002 Cadillac Le Mans
Make BMW Cadillac
Model 740 Le Mans
Year Released 2001 2002
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4000 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 317 HP 600 HP
Torque 410 Nm 400 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 1 seats
Vehicle Weight 1782 kg 1795 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1030 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2830 mm


 

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