2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1970 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 435 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Because 1970 Mercury Marauder 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 Mercury Marauder. 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 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 1970 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | BLS | Marauder |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 6392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3160 mm |