1967 Cadillac Calais vs. 1983 Ford GT
To start off, 1983 Ford GT is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Cadillac Calais (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1983 Ford GT. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 860 kg more than 1983 Ford GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Cadillac Calais | 1983 Ford GT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Calais | GT |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2590 mm |
