1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2006 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 38 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 221 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (154 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry.

Because 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Cadillac Fleetwood 2006 Toyota Camry
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model Fleetwood Camry
Year Released 1968 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7725 cc 2358 cc
Horse Power 375 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 712 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 109.2 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 103.1 mm 96 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5800 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 3380 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 70 L


 

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