2007 BMW X5 vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 39 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 26 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (202 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1968 Cadillac Calais.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (480 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X5 | Calais |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 82 L |
