1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1966 MG 1100
To start off, 1968 Cadillac Calais is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG 1100 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 175 more horse power than 1966 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1966 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1966 MG 1100. 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 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG 1100. (83 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1966 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Cadillac | MG |
| Model | Calais | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2380 mm |
