1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1997 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (415 HP) has 187 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 599 kg more than 1997 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Viper. (664 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1997 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Calais | Viper |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 415 HP |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |
