1965 Cadillac Calais vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 1969 Ford Capri is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Cadillac Calais 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 134 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Cadillac Calais | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Calais | Capri |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2570 mm |
