2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2000 Cadillac XLR is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord 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 205 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 569 kg more than 1969 Opel Rekord. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord. 2000 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1969 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1969 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac XLR | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | XLR | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
