1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 37 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Lotus Elise. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2006 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1179 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lotus Elise 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 2006 Lotus Elise. 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 523 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | Calais | Elise |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 40 L |
