2007 Cadillac BLS vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Cadillac BLS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 147 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac BLS | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | BLS | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
