2007 BMW 545 vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 51 kg more than 2007 BMW 545.
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, 2007 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 545 | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 545 | CTS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |