2009 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac CTS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac CTS-V would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (542 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2012 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 335.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac CTS-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 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 CTS-V (550 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS-V | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | CTS-V | 335 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6200 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
