2007 BMW X5 vs. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 36 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 144 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 109 kg more than 2007 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X5 | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 7725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 679 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2114 kg | 2223 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3380 mm |
