1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1970 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1970 Jaguar E-Type is newer by 2 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, 1970 Jaguar E-Type (246 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 785 kg more than 1970 Jaguar E-Type.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Jaguar E-Type. (357 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Jaguar E-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1970 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Calais | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 246 HP |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 92.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 105.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2440 mm |
