1967 Cadillac Calais vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 44 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, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1967 Cadillac Calais. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1967 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1967 Cadillac Calais. 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 | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Calais | 550 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
