2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres

To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. (126 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 660 kg more than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 Marcos 2 Litres 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 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. 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 Cadillac BLS (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. 2009 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 1968 Marcos 2 Litres has manual transmission. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres 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.

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2009 Cadillac BLS 1968 Marcos 2 Litres
Make Cadillac Marcos
Model BLS 2 Litres
Year Released 2009 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2792 cc 2994 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 126 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 900 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4080 mm
Vehicle Width 1460 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1090 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2270 mm