2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 525 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2007 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2012 BMW 525 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 2012 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS, 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, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac DTS. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac DTS | 2012 BMW 525 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | DTS | 525 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |