2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (136 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116.
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 (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | STS | 116 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |