2007 BMW 323 vs. 2007 Cadillac STS
To start off, both 2007 BMW 323 and 2007 Cadillac STS were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 114 kg more than 2007 BMW 323. 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, 2007 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 323 | 2007 Cadillac STS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 323 | STS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4565 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |