1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2009 Hummer H2
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 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, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 331 kg more than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H2. (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hummer |
| Model | Fleetwood | H2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 564 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 121 L |
