2008 BMW 318 vs. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen would be higher. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 853 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 875 kg more than 2008 BMW 318. 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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 1155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (201 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 318 | V Sixteen |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 13600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 1001 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 1356 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3560 mm |
