2005 BMW 730 vs. 2005 Cadillac DTS
To start off, both 2005 BMW 730 and 2005 Cadillac DTS were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac DTS (287 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730.
Because 2005 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Cadillac DTS (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 730 | 2005 Cadillac DTS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 730 | DTS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2940 mm |