2003 Acura CL vs. 1965 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1965 Cadillac Calais. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1965 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 430 kg more than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 1965 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | CL | Calais |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
