2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1959 Ford Popular
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,792 cc, 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 825 kg more than 1959 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Popular 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 1959 Ford Popular. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular. 2009 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac BLS | 1959 Ford Popular | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | BLS | Popular |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1172 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2300 mm |