1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1993 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1993 Dodge Viper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 533 kg more than 1993 Dodge Viper.
Because 1993 Dodge Viper 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 1993 Dodge Viper. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Viper. (620 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 1993 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Calais | Viper |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |
