2002 Cadillac XLR vs. 1963 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2002 Cadillac XLR is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Crown 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) has 236 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 399 kg more than 1963 Toyota Crown. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Crown. (152 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac XLR | 1963 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | XLR | Crown |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
