1971 Austin 3 vs. 1971 Cadillac Calais
To start off, both 1971 Austin 3 and 1971 Cadillac Calais were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 610 kg more than 1971 Austin 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Austin 3 | 1971 Cadillac Calais | |
Make | Austin | Cadillac |
Model | 3 | Calais |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 7733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3310 mm |