1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 34 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 66 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (309 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fleetwood | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
