1980 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 590 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. 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, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | Lagonda | BLS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2680 mm |
