1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango 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 90 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 803 kg more than 2007 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Fleetwood | Durango |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 102 L |