1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 36 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 867 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Cadillac Calais. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 will offer significantly more control. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-350. (621 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Calais | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 6240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 110 L |
