2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 34 kg more than 2007 Cadillac SRX.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac SRX. (339 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac SRX | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | SRX | Calais |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 82 L |
