2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2001 Ferrari F550
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari F550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari F550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari F550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari F550 weights approximately 55 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ferrari F550 (570 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (365 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2001 Ferrari F550 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | BLS | F550 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
