2004 Avanti Studebaker vs. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 2004 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 6,750 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Avanti Studebaker. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2004 Avanti Studebaker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 203 kg more than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Because 2004 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Avanti Studebaker 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Avanti Studebaker. (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Avanti Studebaker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Avanti Studebaker | 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | Avanti | Cadillac |
| Model | Studebaker | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 6160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 3810 mm |
