1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu 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 64 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (216 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Calais | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 61 L |
