2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 38 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 120 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac SRX.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 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, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 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 | 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | SRX | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 7725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 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 Length | 4960 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
