1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2008 Lexus GS
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GS weights approximately 55 kg more than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lexus GS 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 2008 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood, 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, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GS. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2008 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Fleetwood | GS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
