1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2011 Toyota iQ

To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ 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, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (375 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2011 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota iQ.

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, 2011 Toyota iQ, 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 522 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota iQ.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Cadillac Fleetwood 2011 Toyota iQ
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model Fleetwood iQ
Year Released 1968 2011
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7725 cc 1364 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 375 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 712 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 5800 mm 3051 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 3380 mm 2000 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 32 L


 

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