2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac DTS. (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac DTS.
Because 1968 Chrysler Town & Country is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac DTS. (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac DTS | 1968 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | DTS | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |