1975 Cadillac Calais vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1975 Cadillac Calais. (180 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1975 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 487 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Cadillac Calais | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Calais | 400 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
