2008 BMW 635 vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 2008 BMW 635 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 BMW 635 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 635 should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 380 kg more than 2008 BMW 635.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 635. (581 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 635.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 635 | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 635 | Calais |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
