1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS.
Because 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Fleetwood | 365 GTS |
Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7733 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |