1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2006 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum 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, 2006 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 822 kg more than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum 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 Dodge Magnum 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2006 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Fleetwood | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
