1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 39 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 142 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 822 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport, 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Fleetwood | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 3050 mm |
