2008 BMW 335 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (268 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS. 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, 2008 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 335 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 335 | ATS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |