1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. (345 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 586 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, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (679 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Yukon. (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Fleetwood | Yukon |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 517 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 2809 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3302 mm |