2008 Acura RL vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 40 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, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 831 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | RL | Calais |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 82 L |
