1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1986 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1986 TVR Tasmin 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1986 TVR Tasmin. (196 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1986 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1452 kg more than 1986 TVR Tasmin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 TVR Tasmin. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 TVR Tasmin. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1986 TVR Tasmin has manual transmission. 1986 TVR Tasmin will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1986 TVR Tasmin | |
Make | Cadillac | TVR |
Model | Fleetwood | Tasmin |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3526 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2390 mm |