2008 Audi Q7 vs. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 49 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 49 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 332 kg more than 2008 Audi Q7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 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, 2008 Audi Q7 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | Q7 | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 6160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
