1972 Cadillac Calais vs. 1972 AC 428
To start off, both 1972 Cadillac Calais and 1972 AC 428 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1972 Cadillac Calais. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1972 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 696 kg more than 1972 AC 428.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Cadillac Calais | 1972 AC 428 | |
| Make | Cadillac | AC |
| Model | Calais | 428 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5830 mm | 4430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2450 mm |
