1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (465 HP) has 237 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 645 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. (705 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Calais | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 6258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 465 HP |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |
