1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 625 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (407 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Calais | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 59 L |
