2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac BLS and 2009 Panoz Esperante were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Because 2009 Panoz Esperante 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 Panoz Esperante. 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 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS. 2009 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2009 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2009 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Cadillac | Panoz |
Model | BLS | Esperante |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4589 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |