1974 Cadillac Calais vs. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Calais (193 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 2400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 990 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1974 Cadillac Calais | 2011 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Calais | Beetle |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |