1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2009 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 40 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) has 154 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1109 kg more than 2009 Ford Bantam. 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 600 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2009 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Calais | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 54 L |
