1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 2009 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth Monomille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth Monomille would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1961 Abarth Monomille. 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, 2009 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth Monomille | 2009 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | Abarth | Cadillac |
| Model | Monomille | XLR |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 3.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
