2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 455 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1955 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. 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 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | BLS | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |
