1970 Cadillac Calais vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 589 kg more than 2007 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Calais | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Cadillac | Panoz |
| Model | Calais | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2700 mm |
