2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce 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 140 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 305 kg more than 1974 Mazda Luce. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | BLS | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
