1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 40 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 2011 BMW X5. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X5. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Fleetwood | X5 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2934 mm |