1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 44 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 146 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
Because 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 2013 Dodge CHARGER. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. (637 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Calais | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |
