1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Because 1961 Cadillac 62 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 1961 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (365 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | 62 | BLS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 58 L |
