1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2002 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2002 De Tomaso Guara 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, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 905 kg more than 2002 De Tomaso Guara.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 De Tomaso Guara. (413 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 2002 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Cadillac | De Tomaso |
Model | Calais | Guara |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 413 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 | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2620 mm |