2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 BMW 330. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 330.
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, 2012 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2012 BMW 330 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | CTS | 330 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
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 | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |