1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1969 Porsche 906
To start off, 1969 Porsche 906 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais 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 11 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 906. (217 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 906. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1488 kg more than 1969 Porsche 906. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1969 Porsche 906 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Calais | 906 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 61 L |
