1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1999 Ford Expedition
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition is newer by 40 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 87 more horse power than 1999 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 212 kg more than 1999 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Expedition. (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1999 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Fleetwood | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |
