2006 BMW 750 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS

To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (266 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 750 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW 750 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 750 2013 Cadillac CTS
Make BMW Cadillac
Model 750 CTS
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 362 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 491 Nm 302 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 5700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1905 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4877 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1842 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1473 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption City 16.9 L/100km 13 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 68 L


 

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