2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1996 BMW 730
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 730 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1996 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 921 kg more than 1996 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1996 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Escalade | 730 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
