1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2003 Chrysler Airflite
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Airflite is newer by 34 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 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Airflite should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 475 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (341 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2003 Chrysler Airflite | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Calais | Airflite |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |
