2003 Cadillac XLR vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac XLR (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2012 BMW Z4. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 160 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4. 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, 2003 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW Z4. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac XLR | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | XLR | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
