1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 1986 Avanti Avanti is newer by 18 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 163 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (212 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | Avanti | Cadillac |
| Model | Avanti | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 7725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3380 mm |
