2002 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 136 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
Because 2002 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 2002 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, 2002 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | NSX | BLS |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1998 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |