2010 Cadillac STS vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (136 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 417 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Cadillac STS | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | STS | 116 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 368 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1802 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4996 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2957 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |