1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2009 Chrysler Aspen
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 50 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 22 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 757 kg more than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chrysler Aspen 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, 2009 Chrysler Aspen 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2009 Chrysler Aspen | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Fleetwood | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| 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 | 1815 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 |
