1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 41 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (542 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. (375 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 2009 Cadillac CTS-V. (550 Nm @ 6200 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS-V. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac CTS-V 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 | 2009 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Fleetwood | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
