1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2006 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 47 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 70 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 683 kg more than 2006 Cadillac SRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2006 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Fleetwood | SRX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1889 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
