2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2012 BMW 760
To start off, 2012 BMW 760 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 760 (541 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 760 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac STS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 760. 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, 2012 BMW 760 (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 2012 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | STS | 760 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |
