1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 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, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 406 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 407. 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (371 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
Model | Calais | 407 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 371 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1699 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 66 L |