2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 1975 Tatra T603
To start off, 2000 Cadillac XLR is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Tatra T603 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 197 more horse power than 1975 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1975 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 184 kg more than 1975 Tatra T603. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Tatra T603. 2000 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1975 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1975 Tatra T603 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 | 1975 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Tatra |
| Model | XLR | T603 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
