1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1972 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1972 Opel Rekord is newer by 4 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 162 more horse power than 1972 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1972 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1972 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Calais | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2680 mm |
