1988 BMW M3 vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 BMW M3. (192 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 809 kg more than 1988 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (230 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | M3 | Calais |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 82 L |
