540i xDrive vs CT5-V

BMW · Cadillac

1/4 Mile winner

540i xDrive

Beats the CT5-V by 0.00s

The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the 540i xDrive beats the CT5-V by a hair, finishing 0.00 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 540i xDrive thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power

375 hp

360 hp

0–100 km/h

4.6s

Top speed

250 km/h

Engine

3.0L Turbo I6 MHEV

3.0L Twin-Turbo V6 Gasoline

Fuel

Mild Hybrid

Petrol

Torque

540 Nm

550 Nm

Price

$70,000

$50,995

Simulated race times

Distance

540i xDrive

CT5-V

100 m

5.621s

1/8 mile

8.328s

1/4 mile

12.562s

1 km

22.679s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: CT5-V is $50,995 vs $70,000 for the 540i xDrive — a $19,005 gap. Power: 540i xDrive makes 15 hp more (375 vs 360).

FAQ

Which is faster, the 540i xDrive or the CT5-V?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 540i xDrive is faster, beating the CT5-V by 0.00 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the 540i xDrive vs the CT5-V?

The 540i xDrive hits 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds, while the CT5-V does it in 4.6 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The 540i xDrive produces 375 hp; the CT5-V produces 360 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The 540i xDrive tops out at 250 km/h, and the CT5-V reaches 250 km/h.

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