2002 Cadillac XLR vs. 1972 Ford Custom
To start off, 2002 Cadillac XLR is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 115 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, 2002 Cadillac XLR (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Custom. (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Custom.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac XLR | 1972 Ford Custom | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | XLR | Custom |
Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4570 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |