2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2002 BMW Z8
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac STS. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z8 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 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, 2002 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS. 2009 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW Z8 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW Z8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 2002 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | STS | Z8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 21.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 73 L |
