1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 32 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 58 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1665 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7. 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 586 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Cadillac | Caterham |
Model | Calais | 7 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1137 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 10750 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 125 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 58 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2260 mm |