2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,317 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Because 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne 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 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. 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 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | BLS | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 102 L |
