1974 Cadillac Calais vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 39 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, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Calais. (193 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 290 kg more than 2013 BMW M6.
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1974 Cadillac Calais | 2013 BMW M6 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Calais | M6 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4903 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2106 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2851 mm |