2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Elise. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 930 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lotus Elise 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 1998 Lotus Elise. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | BLS | Elise |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
