2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2009 Ferrari F430

To start off, both 2009 Cadillac BLS and 2009 Ferrari F430 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.

Because 2009 Ferrari F430 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 2009 Ferrari F430. 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 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Cadillac BLS 2009 Ferrari F430
Make Cadillac Ferrari
Model BLS F430
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2792 cc 4308 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 483 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 8500 RPM
Torque 365 Nm 465 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 5250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.1 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74.8 mm 81 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 11.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 7 seconds 4.1 seconds
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 1595 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1240 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 18.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 95 L


 

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