1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 727 kg more than 1968 Cadillac Calais. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (600 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Calais | C |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 6208 cc |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 66 L |
