1959 Ford Popular 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 Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular 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 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 900 kg more than 1959 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Popular 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 Popular. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Popular | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Popular | BLS |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |