1965 Buick Electra vs. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Electra would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (375 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1965 Buick Electra. (275 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1965 Buick Electra.
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:
| 1965 Buick Electra | 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Electra | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 7725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |
