1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 823 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Anglia 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 1959 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS, 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 BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Anglia | BLS |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 58 L |