1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 11 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 28 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 520 kg more than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. (459 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
Model | Calais | Firebird |
Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 459 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2750 mm |