1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2011 Lexus GX
To start off, 2011 Lexus GX 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 44 more horse power than 2011 Lexus GX. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GX weights approximately 199 kg more than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Because 2011 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GX 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus GX. (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2011 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Fleetwood | GX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 2422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2789 mm |
