2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1965 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 191 kg more than 1965 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Toyota Crown 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 1965 Toyota Crown. 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | BLS | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
