2000 Audi TT vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 32 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 11 more horse power than 2000 Audi TT. (217 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 630 kg more than 2000 Audi TT. 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 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi TT. (286 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | TT | Calais |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
