2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2009 Saleen S7
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac BLS and 2009 Saleen S7 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 498 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 388 kg more than 2009 Saleen S7.
Because 2009 Saleen S7 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 Saleen S7. 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 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 2009 Saleen S7 | |
Make | Cadillac | Saleen |
Model | BLS | S7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 949 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 2.8 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 | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1041 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2692 mm |