2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 159 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | Z4 | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 548 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 747 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1994 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1884 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
