2008 BMW 318 vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 407 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 318 | STS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
