1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 43 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. (375 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Fleetwood | Escalade |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |