2005 Buick Century vs. 1967 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 2005 Buick Century is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Cadillac Calais (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Century | 1967 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Century | Calais |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |
