2011 Cadillac DTS vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 Cadillac DTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 120 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 498 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 120 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 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac DTS | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | DTS | 120 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| 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 | 275 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5273 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
