1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 36 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, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. (375 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Fleetwood | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
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 | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |