1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2008 Audi A4

To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 40 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 6 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 495 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (451 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Cadillac Calais 2008 Audi A4
Make Cadillac Audi
Model Calais A4
Year Released 1968 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7734 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 228 HP 222 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 711 Nm 451 Nm
Engine Bore Size 109.2 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 103.1 mm 91.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2105 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 70 L


 

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