1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1977 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1977 NSU Ro 80 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1977 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1977 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1362 kg more than 1977 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 NSU Ro 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1977 NSU Ro 80 | |
Make | Cadillac | NSU |
Model | Fleetwood | Ro 80 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2390 cc |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 37 L |