1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 389 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (495 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Calais | F-150 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 98 L |