1964 BMW 700 vs. 2007 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 BMW 700 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1964 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 995 kg more than 1964 BMW 700. 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, 2007 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 BMW 700 | 2007 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 700 | XLR |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
