2004 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2010 BMW 135
To start off, 2010 BMW 135 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac DeVille. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 128 kg more than 2010 BMW 135.
Because 2010 BMW 135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac DeVille, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac DeVille (420 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 135. (406 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac DeVille | 2010 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | DeVille | 135 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
