2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 163 kg more than 2012 BMW 328. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 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 CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | CTS | 328 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
