1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1992 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 24 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 118 more horse power than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1992 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1559 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7. 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 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (130 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 1992 Caterham Super 7 | |
Make | Cadillac | Caterham |
Model | Calais | Super 7 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 130 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 79 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 36 L |