2008 BMW 530 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 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 530 | ATS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86 mm |
| 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 | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
