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


 

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