1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2000 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2000 GMC Jimmy is newer by 32 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) has 185 more horse power than 2000 GMC Jimmy. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Jimmy.
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) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Jimmy. (340 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Jimmy. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 2000 GMC Jimmy has manual transmission. 2000 GMC Jimmy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2000 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Fleetwood | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2720 mm |
