1961 Austin 7 vs. 2000 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2000 Cadillac XLR is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Cadillac XLR (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2000 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | 7 | XLR |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
