2010 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 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 341 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 235 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. 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 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525. 2007 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac CTS-V | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | CTS-V | 525 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 556 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
