1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1998 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 30 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 410 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 456M. (550 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1998 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Calais | 456M |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 110 L |
