1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster 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 147 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1215 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. 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 | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Cadillac | Smart |
Model | Calais | Roadster |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2370 mm |