2009 BMW 760 vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 2009 BMW 760 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, 2009 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 BMW 760.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 760. (600 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 760 | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 760 | Calais |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5971 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 82 L |
