1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 54 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 578 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS-V.
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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 2013 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V 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 | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Fleetwood | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 548 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 747 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1994 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1884 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
