1970 Audi Variant vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant 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 (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 530 kg more than 1970 Audi Variant. 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 (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | Variant | BLS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
