1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2009 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2009 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 36 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 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2009 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saab |
| Model | Calais | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
