1965 Cadillac Calais vs. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII

To start off, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 33 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, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1965 Cadillac Calais. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1965 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1747 kg more than 1965 Cadillac Calais. 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 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
Make Cadillac Lincoln
Model Calais Mark VIII
Year Released 1965 1998
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7029 cc 4601 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 208 HP 280 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 3757 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 5263 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1361 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2870 mm


 

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