2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 1961 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Zodiac 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 240 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 463 kg more than 1961 Ford Zodiac. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac XLR | 1961 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | XLR | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
