2006 Cadillac STS-V vs. 2011 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 BMW 320 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac STS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac STS-V would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS-V (440 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2011 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 320.
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, 2006 Cadillac STS-V (584 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 320. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 320. 2006 Cadillac STS-V has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac STS-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS-V | 2011 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | STS-V | 320 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |
