1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1972 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1972 Maserati Indy 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 Maserati Indy (289 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 565 kg more than 1972 Maserati Indy.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Maserati Indy. (400 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Maserati Indy.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 1972 Maserati Indy | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | Calais | Indy |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 289 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 400 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |