2003 BMW X3 vs. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 2003 BMW X3 is newer by 32 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 117 more horse power than 2003 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 383 kg more than 2003 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X3 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, 2003 BMW X3 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 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X3 | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 7725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 679 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2223 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3380 mm |
