1972 Ford Custom vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 209 kg more than 2010 Cadillac BLS.
Because 1972 Ford Custom 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 Ford Custom. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Custom. (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Custom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Custom | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Custom | BLS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2792 cc |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 58 L |
