1973 Austin Maxi vs. 1973 Cadillac Calais
To start off, both 1973 Austin Maxi and 1973 Cadillac Calais were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Cadillac Calais (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1973 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1973 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Maxi | 1973 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | Maxi | Calais |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3310 mm |
