2005 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac DTS is newer by 5 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 328 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2010 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 330 | DTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
