1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1961 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1968 Cadillac Calais is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Peugeot 404 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 166 more horse power than 1961 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1961 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1961 Peugeot 404. 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 584 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Peugeot 404. (127 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1961 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Calais | 404 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
