1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 39 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 130 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 698 kg more than 2010 BMW 325. 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 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Fleetwood | 325 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2770 mm |