1963 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1948 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1963 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1948 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Fleetwood | Prefect |
Year Released | 1963 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 31 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2390 mm |