1968 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 804 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2010 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Escort | BLS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 58 L |
