2002 Cadillac XLR vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 2002 Cadillac XLR is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Simca 8 would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 704 kg more than 1950 Simca 8. 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, 2002 Cadillac XLR (407 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8. 2002 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1950 Simca 8 has manual transmission. 1950 Simca 8 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac XLR | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | XLR | 8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
