2009 BMW M5 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 M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac STS. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 24 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M5 | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | M5 | STS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1836 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2957 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |