2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1954 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1954 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1954 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 346 kg more than 2005 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 1954 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | XLR | 62 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3290 mm |
