1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 121 kg more than 1968 Cadillac Calais.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. (440 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Calais | R |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
