2005 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Cadillac STS-V
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2009 Cadillac STS-V | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 330 | STS-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 595 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
