1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS (563 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 484 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS. (649 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Calais | SLS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 85 L |
