1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1972 Lamborghini Espada
To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Espada 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, 1972 Lamborghini Espada (350 HP) has 122 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 470 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Espada.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. (393 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Espada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1972 Lamborghini Espada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | Calais | Espada |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3938 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
