1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon 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 150 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 137 kg more than 2006 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon 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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Fleetwood | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
