2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda N III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda N III would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1970 Honda N III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | BLS | N III |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2010 mm |
