2007 BMW M5 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (268 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2007 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M5 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | M5 | ATS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1830 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |