2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,792 cc, 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 865 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | BLS | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1171 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
