1965 Cadillac Calais vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 31 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (228 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1965 Cadillac Calais. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1965 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 114 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S.
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1965 Cadillac Calais | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Calais | S |
Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7029 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |