1960 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac BLS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 238 kg more than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1960 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Corvette | BLS |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
