2010 Cadillac DTS vs. 2009 BMW 545
To start off, 2010 Cadillac DTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac DTS. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 113 kg more than 2009 BMW 545.
Because 2009 BMW 545 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac DTS. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac DTS | 2009 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | DTS | 545 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5273 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
