2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
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 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328. 2009 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac XLR | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | XLR | 328 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
