1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 1970 Opel GT 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, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (157 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Calais | GT |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 53 L |
