2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 2.6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 2.6 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 151 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 2.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Because 1957 Riley 2.6 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 1957 Riley 2.6. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Riley |
| Model | BLS | 2.6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |
