1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 45 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 32 kg more than 1968 Cadillac Calais. 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (361 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Calais | Touareg |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 361 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |