2003 Cadillac XLR vs. 1953 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2003 Cadillac XLR is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac XLR (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 900 kg more than 1953 Ford Anglia. 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, 2003 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac XLR | 1953 Ford Anglia | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | XLR | Anglia |
Year Released | 2003 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2220 mm |