1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Calais | E |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
