2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 340 kg more than 1973 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mercury Comet 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 1973 Mercury Comet. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | BLS | Comet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
