2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 2012 BMW M3
To start off, 2012 BMW M3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac DTS. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2012 BMW M3 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 2012 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS, 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, 2012 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac DTS. (396 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 2012 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | DTS | M3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
