1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup is newer by 46 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 153 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pickup. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 450 kg more than 2005 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pickup. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Fleetwood | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
