1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1997 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 1997 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 29 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 90 more horse power than 1997 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1997 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 795 kg more than 1997 Chrysler Sebring. 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 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 1997 Chrysler Sebring | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Calais | Sebring |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 176 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |