1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1972 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood 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 119 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. (226 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 198 kg more than 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (679 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1972 Chrysler New Yorker | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Fleetwood | New Yorker |
Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 477 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 2025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3160 mm |