1965 Cadillac Calais vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1988 Porsche 944 is newer by 23 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (214 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1965 Cadillac Calais. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1965 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 785 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Cadillac Calais | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Calais | 944 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2390 mm |
