1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 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 216 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400.
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 Rover 400, 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 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 400 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 | 1998 Rover 400 | |
Make | Cadillac | Rover |
Model | Fleetwood | 400 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2560 mm |