1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 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 7,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 940 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Fleetwood | 911 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7733 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |
