2009 BMW 750 vs. 2005 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac DTS. (287 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2009 BMW 750 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 2009 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac DTS. (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 750 | 2005 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 750 | DTS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2940 mm |
