1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 36 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Calais | CL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 99 L |
