2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 450 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | BLS | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 48 L |
