2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy would be higher. At 4,493 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy (346 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 915 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy.
Because 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy 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 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy. 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.
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2009 Cadillac BLS | 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | BLS | 375 Indy |
Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2330 mm |