2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX 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 4 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 621 kg more than 2006 Cadillac SRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | SRX | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 6160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
