1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 202 kg more than 1968 Cadillac Calais.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Calais | T5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
