1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 34 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, both vehicles can yield 228 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 705 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (301 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Calais | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 51 L |
