2000 Buick Cielo vs. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 2000 Buick Cielo is newer by 32 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 124 more horse power than 2000 Buick Cielo. (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Cielo.
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, 2000 Buick Cielo, 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) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Cielo. (387 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Cielo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Cielo | 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Cielo | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 7725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3380 mm |
