1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 36 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 232 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 578 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 509 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fleetwood | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2850 mm |
