1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2007 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 38 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 7 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 243 kg more than 2007 Mercury Milan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercury Milan 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, 2007 Mercury Milan 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 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Cadillac Calais | 2007 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | Calais | Milan |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 710 Nm | 278 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 66 L |