1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 676 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 538 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (172 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Calais | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
