2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2011 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 520.
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 Cadillac XLR (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 520. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac XLR | 2011 BMW 520 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | XLR | 520 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |