1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (631 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Calais | E |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
