1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 35 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 45 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 147 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
Model | Fleetwood | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2750 mm |