2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 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 140 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 600 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
Model | BLS | 312 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |