1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 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 Peugeot 406. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 604 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 406. 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 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
Model | Calais | 406 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 190 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |