1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 844 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (515 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Calais | Silverado |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 515 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 129 L |