2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2006 Cadillac BLS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac BLS (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 888 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac BLS | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
Model | BLS | Europa |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 612 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |