2010 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Cadillac CTS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Cadillac CTS-V 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 117 more horse power than 2013 BMW 6 series. (439 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 6 series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 Cadillac CTS-V.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 6 series. (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 6 series.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Cadillac CTS-V | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | CTS-V | 6 series |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 556 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 746 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 4897 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |