1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 53 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 172 kg more than 2012 GMC Savana. 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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Fleetwood | Savana |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |