2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 1969 Holden Brougham
To start off, 2000 Cadillac XLR is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1969 Holden Brougham. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 194 kg more than 1969 Holden Brougham. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Brougham. (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Brougham.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac XLR | 1969 Holden Brougham | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | XLR | Brougham |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5025 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |