2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 1967 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Zephyr 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 235 more horse power than 1967 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 404 kg more than 1967 Ford Zephyr. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac XLR | 1967 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | XLR | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2930 mm |
