2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2006 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Morgan Aero 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Morgan Aero 8 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 380 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 2006 Morgan Aero 8 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 2006 Morgan Aero 8. 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, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2006 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Morgan |
| Model | BLS | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| 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 | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
