1967 Cadillac Calais vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 42 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 94 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 317 kg more than 1967 Cadillac Calais.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Cadillac Calais | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Calais | Golf |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
