2005 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS 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 STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 307 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.
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, 2010 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS 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 STS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 330 | STS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2957 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |