1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1991 Porsche 965
To start off, 1991 Porsche 965 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 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 640 kg more than 1991 Porsche 965.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 965. (459 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 965.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1991 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Calais | 965 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2270 mm |
