2009 BMW 750 vs. 2010 Cadillac STS

To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 148 kg more than 2010 Cadillac STS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac STS.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 750 2010 Cadillac STS
Make BMW Cadillac
Model 750 STS
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 363 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 368 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1802 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4996 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1844 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1463 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2957 mm
Fuel Consumption City 16.9 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 64 L


 

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