1967 Cadillac Calais vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 46 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 11 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 578 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1967 Cadillac Calais | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Calais | GTI |
Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7029 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1779 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1469 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |