2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2001 BMW 730
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2001 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 730.
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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 2001 BMW 730 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | CTS | 730 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |