1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (179 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 724 kg more than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Wartburg | Cadillac |
| Model | Sports Convertible | BLS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 179 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
