1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1987 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 1987 Ferrari GTO is newer by 19 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, 1987 Ferrari GTO (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 880 kg more than 1987 Ferrari GTO.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ferrari GTO (904 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (711 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Cadillac Calais.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1987 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Calais | GTO |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 904 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1225 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2360 mm |
