2003 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac CTS-V would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (528 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 530 kg more than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (746 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. (529 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. 2013 BMW 7 Series has automatic transmission and 2003 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS-V | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | CTS-V | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 528 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
