1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1977 Porsche 928
To start off, 1977 Porsche 928 is newer by 9 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, 1977 Porsche 928 (237 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 655 kg more than 1977 Porsche 928.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 928. (363 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1977 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Calais | 928 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 85 L |
