1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 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 49 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 911. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 843 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Fleetwood | 911 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 78 mm |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2360 mm |