2006 Acura TSX vs. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood

To start off, 2006 Acura TSX is newer by 47 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 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1122 kg more than 2006 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1959 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 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura TSX, 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, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TSX.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Acura TSX 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood
Make Acura Cadillac
Model TSX Fleetwood
Year Released 2006 1959
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 6382 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 205 HP 325 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 222 Nm 583 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 2572 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 6160 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2060 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 3810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 80 L


 

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