2009 BMW 328 vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, both 2009 BMW 328 and 2009 Cadillac BLS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Because 2009 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 328 | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 328 | BLS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |