1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 28 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 213 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1437 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Fleetwood | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2620 mm |
