2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1969 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 60 kg more than 1969 Maserati Indy.
Because 1969 Maserati Indy 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 1969 Maserati Indy. 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, 1969 Maserati Indy (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1969 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | BLS | Indy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4136 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 | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
