1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX 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 7,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (291 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. (228 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 490 kg more than 2013 Lexus RX.
Because 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Fleetwood | RX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7733 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2740 mm |
