1965 Cadillac Calais vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 44 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 27 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 820 kg more than 1965 Cadillac Calais.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Cadillac Calais | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Calais | E |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 181 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 | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
