2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1965 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 42 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1965 Cadillac Calais. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1965 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 64 kg more than 2007 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 1965 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Lucerne | Calais |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
