1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2009 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 386 kg more than 2009 Infiniti M.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti M. (456 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 2009 Infiniti M | |
Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
Model | Calais | M |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 456 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |