CT5-V vs 540i xDrive

Cadillac · BMW

1/4 Mile winner

CT5-V

Beats the 540i xDrive by 0.00s

The verdict

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

Spec head-to-head

Power

360 hp

375 hp

0–100 km/h

4.6s

Top speed

250 km/h

Engine

3.0L Twin-Turbo V6 Gasoline

3.0L Turbo I6 MHEV

Fuel

Petrol

Mild Hybrid

Torque

550 Nm

540 Nm

Price

$50,995

$70,000

Simulated race times

Distance

CT5-V

540i xDrive

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 (360 vs 375).

FAQ

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

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

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

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

How much horsepower does each car have?

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

What are the top speeds?

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

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