Three models were offered for 1931: a series 355-A with eight cylinders, a series 370-A with twelve cylinders, and a continuation of the 1930-31 series 452 and 452-A V-16.
The 355-A, eight cylinder, was similar to the Series 353 of 1930 except the body was longer and lower. The hood was also longer with five hood ports or rectangular doors. The cowls had matching doors. the coach sill was modified and there were no compartments in the splash pan. The battery and tool compartments were located under the front seat. The floor boards were metal. The instrument panel was oval with the same grouping as the Series 353. It also featured a radiator screen, single bar bumper, and dual horns. The headlight diameter was reduced one inch.
The frame was new with divergent side rails. The rear springs were mounted directly under the frame rails. There were metal covers on the springs. The radiator was mounted lower in the frame. The cooling system contained a condenser tank.
The engine displacement was the same as the Series 353, but the series designation on the V-8 models no longer matched the displacement. The V-8 now had a five point engine suspension similar to the V-16. An intake muffler was added. The distributor was 38mm higher than on the 345. The fan was mounted lower to match the lower mounted radiator.
1931 Cadillac
FISHER | |||||
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Style | Doors | Type | Passengers | Price | Weight |
31252 | 4 | Town sedan | 5 | $2845 | 2125 kg |
31258 | 2 | Coupe | 2/4 | $2695 | 2036 kg |
31259 | 4 | Sedan | 5 | $2795 | 2118 kg |
31262 | 4 | Sedan | 7 | $2945 | 2164 kg |
31263 | 4 | Imperial sedan | 7 | $3095 | 2198 kg |
31272 | 2 | Coupe | 5 | $2795 | 2045 kg |
FLEETWOOD | |||||
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Style | Doors | Type | Passengers | Price | Weight |
4502 | 2 | Roadster | 2/4 | $2845 | 2023 kg |
4503 | 4 | Sedan | 7 | ||
4535 | 2 | Convertible Coupe | 2/4 | $2945 | 2023 kg |
4550 | 4 | Transformable Town Cabriolet | 7 | ||
4557 | 4 | Transformable | 7 | $3195 | |
4560 | 4 | Phaeton | 4/5 | $2945 | 1998 kg |
4580 | 4 | All weather phaeton | 5 | $3795 | 2130 kg |
Type | 90 degree L-head - eight cylinder |
Material | Cast iron on aluminum crankcase |
Bore and stroke | 85.7mm x 125.4mm |
Displacement | 5.793 Liter |
Compression ratio | 5.35:1 (opt 5.26:1) |
Brake horsepower | 95 plus @ 3000 rpm |
Taxable horsepower | 36.45 |
Main bearings | 3 |
Valve lifters | mechanical |
Carburetor | Cadillac and Johnson, with intake silencer |
Feature | Series 355-A | Series 355-A Commercial Chassis |
Wheelbase | 3404mm | 3861mm |
Overall length | 5156mm | |
Height | 1842MM | |
Front tread | 1454mm | |
Rear tread | 1511mm | |
Tires (std) | 6.50 x 19 | |
Tires (opt) | 7.00 x 18 |
Transmission | Selective, synchro |
Speeds | 3 forward, 1 reverse |
Controls | left-hand drive with center controls (right-hand optional) |
Clutch | Twin disc |
Drive | Shaft drive with torque tube |
Rear axle | 3/4 floating rear axle |
Rear drive | spiral bevel drive |
Overall ratio | std 4.75:1, opt 4.07:1, 4.54:1 |
Brakes | Mechanical on four wheels |
Wheels (std) | Wood artillery |
Wheels (opt) | Wire, disc, or demountable wood |
Wheel size (std) | 19" |
Wheel size (opt) | 18" |
1931 Cadillac Notes