1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 42 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 349 kg more than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Calais | CTS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |
