2009 BMW 520 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 520 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 2009 BMW 520. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 330 kg more than 2009 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 520. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 520 | 2010 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 520 | CTS-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 556 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 746 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |