1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 43 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 614 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. (574 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Calais | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |
