2009 BMW 320 vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 41 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, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 320 | Calais |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
