1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2003 Lexus ES
To start off, 2003 Lexus ES is newer by 35 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 20 more horse power than 2003 Lexus ES. (208 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 545 kg more than 2003 Lexus ES. 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 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus ES. (298 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 2003 Lexus ES | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | Calais | ES |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2730 mm |