1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2004 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2004 Porsche GT2 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 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 665 kg more than 2004 Porsche GT2.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche GT2. (620 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche GT2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2004 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Calais | GT2 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |
