1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2006 Ford Territory
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory 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 81 more horse power than 2006 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1328 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Territory 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 Ford Territory 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2006 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Fleetwood | Territory |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3982 cc |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| 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 | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
