2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1965 Toyota Sport 800
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 Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Sport 800 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 131 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. (48 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 1019 kg more than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Toyota Sport 800 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 Sport 800. 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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. (72 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 1965 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | BLS | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 72.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 30 L |