2002 BMW 760 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 760 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2002 BMW 760. (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS-V.
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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 760. (601 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 760. 2002 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2013 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 760 | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 760 | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 548 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 601 Nm | 747 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1994 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1884 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
