2001 BMW 740 vs. 2005 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 4 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. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 740 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2005 Cadillac Catera. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 740 | 2005 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 740 | Catera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2940 mm |
