2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,792 cc, 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 860 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | BLS | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1077 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
