1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1989 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1989 ZIL 4104 is newer by 30 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 7,690 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1989 ZIL 4104. (312 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1989 ZIL 4104.
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, 1989 ZIL 4104 (607 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. (583 Nm). This means 1989 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1989 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Cadillac | ZIL |
| Model | Fleetwood | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 7690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 312 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 3890 mm |
