1965 Cadillac Calais vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 35 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1965 Cadillac Calais. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1965 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 445 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Cadillac Calais | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Calais | Viper |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |
