2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1999 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 276 kg more than 1999 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 1999 Venturi Atlantique 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 Venturi Atlantique. 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, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1999 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Cadillac | Venturi |
| Model | BLS | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2946 cc |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
