1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1958 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1969 Cadillac Calais is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1958 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Prefect is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 639 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 1958 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Calais | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2220 mm |
