2009 BMW 528 vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, both 2009 BMW 528 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 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 BMW 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 528.
Because 2009 BMW 528 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 528 | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 528 | BLS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
