1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 38 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 238 kg more than 1968 Cadillac Calais. 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (408 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Calais | Ram |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 132 L |
