1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 23 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1968 Cadillac Calais. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. (580 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Calais | 600 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |
