1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon 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 56 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Calais | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
