1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2007 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 39 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, 2007 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 470 kg more than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2007 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Calais | STS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |
