1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2012 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 44 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 92 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. (283 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Routan.
Because 1968 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 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan, 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, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2012 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Fleetwood | Routan |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 78 L |