2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1968 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 110 kg more than 1968 Maserati Mexico.
Because 1968 Maserati Mexico 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 1968 Maserati Mexico. 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, 1968 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
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2009 Cadillac BLS | 1968 Maserati Mexico | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | BLS | Mexico |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |