2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 2006 Cadillac BLS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 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 95 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 575 kg more than 1970 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Porsche 914 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 1970 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac BLS | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | BLS | 914 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
