2004 Cadillac XLR vs. 1970 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2004 Cadillac XLR is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lotus Seven 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1970 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1970 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1970 Lotus Seven. 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lotus Seven. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac XLR | 1970 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | XLR | Seven |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 34 L |
