1991 BMW 318 vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1991 BMW 318 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 88 more horse power than 1991 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 865 kg more than 1991 BMW 318. 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 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 318. (175 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 318 | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 318 | Calais |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |
