2002 Cadillac XLR vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2002 Cadillac XLR is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 746 kg more than 2002 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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (432 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac XLR. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac XLR. 2002 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 has manual transmission. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Cadillac XLR | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XLR | 500 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1942 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4570 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 432 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 111 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 120 L |