1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2005 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2005 Holden Statesman is newer by 34 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 141 more horse power than 2005 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 533 kg more than 2005 Holden Statesman. 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2005 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Fleetwood | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2950 mm |
