1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 55 kg more than 1968 Cadillac Calais.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (450 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Calais | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2890 mm |
