2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1989 Porsche 928
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 30 kg more than 1989 Porsche 928.
Because 1989 Porsche 928 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 1989 Porsche 928. 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, 1989 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1989 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | BLS | 928 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4664 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |
