1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 45 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 164 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Camry. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1132 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry. 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, 2004 Toyota Camry, 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) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Fleetwood | Camry |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
