1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 52 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 14 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. (311 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 372 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Fleetwood | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 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 | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |
