1965 Cadillac Calais vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex 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, 2012 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1965 Cadillac Calais. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1965 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 18 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Cadillac Calais | 2012 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Calais | Flex |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
