1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2003 Chevrolet SS
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SS is newer by 44 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, 2003 Chevrolet SS (430 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. (325 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SS should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 912 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet SS.
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, both vehicles can yield 583 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2003 Chevrolet SS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Fleetwood | SS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 430 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
