2008 BMW 328 vs. 2007 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328. 2007 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2007 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 328 | DTS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
