2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 253 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1970 De Tomaso Pantera 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 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. 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, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Cadillac | De Tomaso |
| Model | BLS | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
