2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 380 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.
Because 1981 De Tomaso Deauville 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 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. 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, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 1981 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | Cadillac | De Tomaso |
Model | BLS | Deauville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5762 cc |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |