1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 2000 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2000 Cadillac XLR is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 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 111 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3.3. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 204 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.3. 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, 2000 Cadillac XLR (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3.3. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3.3 | 2000 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 3.3 | XLR |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
