1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1991 Alpine V6 is newer by 23 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 46 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 895 kg more than 1991 Alpine V6. 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 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine V6. (298 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Alpine | Cadillac |
| Model | V6 | Calais |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3300 mm |
