1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 25 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 31 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 560 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. 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 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (260 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Calais | 280 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |