1993 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1961 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR3. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1076 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR3. 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, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR3. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR3. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1961 Triumph TR3 has manual transmission. 1961 Triumph TR3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1961 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | Fleetwood | TR3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 904 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2240 mm |
