1959 Saab 95 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 Saab 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Saab 95 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 111 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 725 kg more than 1959 Saab 95. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Saab 95 | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Saab | Cadillac |
| Model | 95 | BLS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
