2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 35 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 311 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Centieme. (542 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Centieme.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Centieme | Calais |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |
