2005 BMW 750 vs. 2009 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (444 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 BMW 750. (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 750 weights approximately 229 kg more than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
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, 2009 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 750. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 750 | 2009 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 750 | XLR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4369 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 561 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
