2008 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 325 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
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, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325. 2008 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2011 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2011 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 325 | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 556 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
