2005 BMW 760 vs. 2009 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 760 would be higher. At 6,128 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac DTS. (292 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2009 Cadillac DTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 760 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 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 BMW 760 (602 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac DTS. (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 760 | 2009 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 760 | DTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6128 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
