2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2009 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2009 Cadillac BLS and 2009 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.

Because 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911
Make Cadillac Porsche
Model BLS 911
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2792 cc 3823 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 11.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 245 km/hour 293 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1460 mm 1310 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 11.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 64 L


 

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