1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 44 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. (335 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Calais | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 117 L |
