2004 BMW X3 vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 2004 BMW X3 is newer by 36 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 44 more horse power than 2004 BMW X3. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 287 kg more than 2004 BMW X3. 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 474 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW X3. (237 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X3 | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X3 | Calais |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 82 L |
