2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1965 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1965 Cadillac Calais. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1965 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 1965 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Enclave | Calais |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 95 L |
