2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 264 kg more than 1955 Rover P4. 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, 2001 Cadillac XLR (401 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac XLR | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rover |
| Model | XLR | P4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
