1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Allante would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (169 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 Cadillac BLS.
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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Allante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Allante | BLS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 2792 cc |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
