2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 2000 Cadillac XLR is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor 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 271 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 829 kg more than 1954 Morris Minor. 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac XLR | 1954 Morris Minor | |
Make | Cadillac | Morris |
Model | XLR | Minor |
Year Released | 2000 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |