1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS (358 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 832 kg more than 2009 Lexus LS.
Because 2009 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus LS. (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2009 Lexus LS | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | Fleetwood | LS |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 466 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
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 | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 84 L |