2001 BMW L7 vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW L7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW L7 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW L7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW L7 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW L7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 198 kg more than 2001 BMW L7.
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 L7 (350 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm). This means 2001 BMW L7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW L7 | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | L7 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1748 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
