1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2012 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra 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 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 472 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 755 kg more than 2012 Pagani Huayra.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (711 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Cadillac Calais.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2012 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pagani |
| Model | Calais | Huayra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2795 mm |
