1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 39 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, 2008 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 998 kg more than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (350 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Calais | Altima |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |
