1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1986 Buick Century
To start off, 1986 Buick Century is newer by 27 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) has 200 more horse power than 1986 Buick Century. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Century.
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, 1986 Buick Century, 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) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1986 Buick Century | |
| Make | Cadillac | Buick |
| Model | Fleetwood | Century |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2662 mm |
