2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 625 kg more than 1970 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | BLS | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
