1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella (223 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. (282 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Bella | BLS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
