1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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 99 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
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, 2013 Volkswagen CC, 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fleetwood | CC |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
