2010 Cadillac DTS vs. 2012 BMW 316
To start off, 2012 BMW 316 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2012 BMW 316. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 323 kg more than 2012 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 316 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 2012 BMW 316. 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, 2010 Cadillac DTS (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 316. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 316. 2010 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac DTS | 2012 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | DTS | 316 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5273 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
