1974 Cadillac Calais vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Calais. (193 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 765 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
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1974 Cadillac Calais | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Calais | Corvette |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1844 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2685 mm |