1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus 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 174 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (151 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1352 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. 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, 2006 Ford Focus, 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Fleetwood | Focus |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2262 cc |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |