1971 Cadillac Calais vs. 2011 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1971 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 51 kg more than 2011 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Calais | 2011 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | Calais | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7733 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 5624 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3142 mm |
