1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2006 Opel Antara
To start off, 2006 Opel Antara 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 113 more horse power than 2006 Opel Antara. (212 HP @ 1400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Antara.
Because 2006 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Antara. (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2006 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Fleetwood | Antara |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1899 cc |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 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 Width | 2060 mm | 1760 mm |
