2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 549 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | BLS | Toronado |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 7446 cc |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 91 L |