1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1972 Ford Custom
To start off, 1972 Ford Custom is newer by 4 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 88 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 336 kg more than 1972 Ford Custom. 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 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Custom. (325 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Custom.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 1972 Ford Custom | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Calais | Custom |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 325 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 83 L |