2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 135 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 1996 Ferrari F355 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 1996 Ferrari F355. 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | BLS | F355 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
