1965 Cadillac Calais vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1965 Cadillac Calais. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1965 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 37 kg more than 2012 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Cadillac Calais | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Calais | LS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 84 L |
