1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (478 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. (375 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Because 2009 Nissan GT-R 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, 2009 Nissan GT-R 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan GT-R. (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan GT-R.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Fleetwood | GT-R |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |