1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 496 kg more than 2012 Volvo S60.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volvo S60 (3,200 Nm) has 2489 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (711 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Cadillac Calais.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Calais | S60 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 3200 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 67 L |
