1994 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 190 kg more than 1994 Acura NSX.
Because 1994 Acura NSX 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 1994 Acura NSX. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Acura NSX. 2010 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 1994 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1994 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura NSX | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | NSX | BLS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2792 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
