1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2007 Citroen C6
To start off, 2007 Citroen C6 is newer by 48 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 117 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C6. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 757 kg more than 2007 Citroen C6. 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, 2007 Citroen C6, 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2007 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Fleetwood | C6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
