1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 31 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 163 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (212 HP @ 4450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline.
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, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Econoline. (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Fleetwood | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3510 mm |
