1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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 124 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1969 Cadillac Calais.
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 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Calais | T5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
