1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2003 Noble M12
To start off, 2003 Noble M12 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 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2003 Noble M12.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Noble M12. (485 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Noble M12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2003 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Noble |
| Model | Calais | M12 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2440 mm |
