1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 43 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 3 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1968 Cadillac Calais.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-250. (387 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Calais | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2154 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 125 L |
