2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1967 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,958 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (290 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Because 1967 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (393 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1967 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | BLS | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
