1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2008 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 49 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 115 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 495 kg more than 2008 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2008 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Fleetwood | Explorer |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 2077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 3320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |