1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 452 kg more than 2009 Infiniti FX.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti FX. (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | Fleetwood | FX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5026 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
