1972 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS

To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 405 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.

Because 1972 Buick Riviera 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 1972 Buick Riviera. 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, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS. 1972 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac BLS has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac BLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Buick Riviera 2009 Cadillac BLS
Make Buick Cadillac
Model Riviera BLS
Year Released 1972 2009
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7468 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 250 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 518 Nm 365 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2040 kg 1635 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 58 L


 

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