2010 Cadillac BLS vs. 1975 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 210 kg more than 1975 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Crown 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 1975 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac BLS | 1975 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | BLS | Crown |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
