1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1968 Cadillac Calais is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 720 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. (275 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Calais | 300 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |
