2004 BMW M6 vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 17 kg more than 2004 BMW M6.
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, 2004 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac STS. 2010 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M6 | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | M6 | STS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 22.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
