1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (711 Nm). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Cadillac Calais.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Calais | SL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
