1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart 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 105 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 798 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (679 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Fleetwood | Dart |
Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 5562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 102.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2830 mm |