1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 63 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (262 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 256 kg more than 2009 Nissan Xterra. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Xterra. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Fleetwood | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
