1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle 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, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 725 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (280 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Calais | Beetle |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 280 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |