2001 BMW 740 vs. 2008 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2008 Cadillac XLR is newer by 7 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 4,566 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 BMW 740. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 740 weights approximately 147 kg more than 2008 Cadillac XLR.
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, 2008 Cadillac XLR (421 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 740. (410 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 740 | 2008 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 740 | XLR |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4566 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
