2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 175 kg more than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1947 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1947 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | BLS | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1947 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
