2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1970 Mercury Monterey
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 Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 297 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Because 1970 Mercury Monterey 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 Monterey. 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 Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS. 1970 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac BLS has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac BLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1970 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | BLS | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3160 mm |
