1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 31 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 99 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (246 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 233 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fleetwood | S |
Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 3997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2970 mm |