1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2005 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2005 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 37 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, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 615 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2005 Lotec C 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (711 Nm). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Cadillac Calais.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2005 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotec |
| Model | Calais | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1150 mm |
