1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2003 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 35 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 202 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Ram.
Because 2003 Dodge Ram 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, 2003 Dodge Ram 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, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Ram. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Ram 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 | 2003 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Fleetwood | Ram |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2790 mm |
