2005 BMW 760 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 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 760 would be higher. At 6,129 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac XLR. (321 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2009 Cadillac XLR. 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, 2005 BMW 760 (602 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 760 | 2009 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 760 | XLR |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6129 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 438 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 602 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 3.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 20.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |