2007 BMW 760 vs. 2007 Cadillac BLS

To start off, both 2007 BMW 760 and 2007 Cadillac BLS were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2007 Cadillac BLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 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 2007 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS, 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, 2007 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac BLS.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 760 2007 Cadillac BLS
Make BMW Cadillac
Model 760 BLS
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5971 cc 1908 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 439 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.6 seconds 9.6 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2225 kg 1635 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.6 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 58 L


 

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