1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle 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, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (172 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Calais | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
