1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (250 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Fleetwood | Panamera |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |