1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 45 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 59 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. (316 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Fleetwood | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1946 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 119 L |