1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2010 Maybach 62
To start off, 2010 Maybach 62 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, 2010 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. (345 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 62 weights approximately 653 kg more than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. 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, 2010 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. (679 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2010 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Cadillac | Maybach |
Model | Fleetwood | 62 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 899 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 2876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3828 mm |