1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 554 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-150. (494 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Calais | F-150 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 494 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5611 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2192 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1991 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3378 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 98 L |