2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, both 2009 BMW Z4 and 2009 Cadillac BLS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
Because 2009 BMW Z4 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 2009 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS. 2009 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW Z4 | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | Z4 | BLS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2792 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |