1992 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1992 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 530.
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, 2007 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 530. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 530 | 2007 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 530 | STS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
