2007 Cadillac BLS vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2007 Cadillac BLS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 938 kg more than 1971 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac BLS | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | BLS | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
