1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 37 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. (345 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 268 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (720 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. (679 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fleetwood | SL |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2570 mm |