2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 1970 ZIL 114
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 ZIL 114. (254 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1970 ZIL 114. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1521 kg more than 2001 Cadillac XLR.
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, 1970 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac XLR. (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac XLR | 1970 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Cadillac | ZIL |
| Model | XLR | 114 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 6998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3770 mm |
