2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1950 Citroen 15
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 309 kg more than 1950 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1950 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | BLS | 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3100 mm |
