1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2001 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2001 Chrysler 300 is newer by 33 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 28 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler 300. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 521 kg more than 2001 Chrysler 300. 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 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2001 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Calais | 300 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2880 mm |
