1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1996 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 28 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 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (375 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Quantum.
Because 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood 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 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Quantum, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1996 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Fleetwood | Quantum |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2560 mm |