2004 Cadillac XLR vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2004 Cadillac XLR is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 411 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 240 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (80 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 608 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 411. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac XLR | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | XLR | 411 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |