2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 420 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | BLS | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5733 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2950 mm |
