1970 Cadillac Calais vs. 2011 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 41 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, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 105 kg more than 2011 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Calais | 2011 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | Calais | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1971 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2990 mm |
