1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2009 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1109 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford E-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-250. (388 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2009 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Calais | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 132 L |
