1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1969 Cadillac Calais is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1969 Cadillac Calais. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
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1969 Cadillac Calais | 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Calais | 600 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3910 mm |