1965 Cadillac Calais vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 47 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 102 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 483 kg more than 2012 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Cadillac Calais | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Calais | C5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
