2004 Cadillac XLR vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2004 Cadillac XLR is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac XLR (320 HP) has 212 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 842 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. 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, 2004 Cadillac XLR (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac XLR | 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Cadillac | Reliant |
| Model | XLR | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |
