2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1970 Nissan President
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan President weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Because 1970 Nissan President 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 Nissan President. 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan President. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 1970 Nissan President | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | BLS | President |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
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 | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |