1969 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 335 kg more than 1969 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 1969 Lamborghini Miura 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 1969 Lamborghini Miura. 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, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lamborghini Miura | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Lamborghini | Cadillac |
Model | Miura | BLS |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 58 L |