1965 Cadillac Calais vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 46 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1965 Cadillac Calais. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1965 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 127 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Calais | Touareg |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7029 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |