1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina 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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 513 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (340 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Calais | Lumina |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 340 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |