2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 640 kg more than 1957 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. 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 (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | BLS | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
