1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1960 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (345 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 137 kg more than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (679 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1960 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Fleetwood | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3800 mm |
