1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 41 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 580 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Calais | F430 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 95 L |
