1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2001 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 30 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 197 more horse power than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2001 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1598 kg more than 2001 Donkervoort D8. 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 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Donkervoort D8. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 2001 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2001 Donkervoort D8 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 | 2001 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Cadillac | Donkervoort |
Model | Fleetwood | D8 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2310 mm |