1965 Cadillac Calais vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 48 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1965 Cadillac Calais. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1965 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 523 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Calais | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |
