2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 5 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 592 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.
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 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac STS | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | STS | 7 Series |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5074 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |