1965 Cadillac Calais vs. 1949 Jeep Jeepster
To start off, 1965 Cadillac Calais is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Cadillac Calais (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 825 kg more than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1965 Cadillac Calais | 1949 Jeep Jeepster | |
Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
Model | Calais | Jeepster |
Year Released | 1965 | 1949 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7029 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2650 mm |