2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1999 Porsche Boxster 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 1999 Porsche Boxster. 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 (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (266 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | BLS | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
