2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac BLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac BLS would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 BMW 328. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | BLS | 328 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
