2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 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 191 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 568 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac XLR | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | XLR | 924 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
