2012 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Cadillac CTS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Cadillac CTS-V would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2013 BMW M6. (552 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW M6. (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW M6. 2013 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 2012 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | 2013 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | CTS-V | M6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4859 mm | 4903 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 2106 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2851 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
