2008 BMW 735 vs. 2008 Cadillac STS
To start off, both 2008 BMW 735 and 2008 Cadillac STS were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (302 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2008 BMW 735. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 735 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS.
Because 2008 Cadillac STS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 735. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS will offer significantly more control. 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 Cadillac STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 735. (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 735 | 2008 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 735 | STS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
