1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2012 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Challenger 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 Dodge Challenger (376 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 253 kg more than 2012 Dodge Challenger.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Challenger. (555 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2012 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Calais | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 555 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |
