2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,318 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 46 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. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac XLR. 2005 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1955 Oldsmobile 88 has manual transmission. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | XLR | 88 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3110 mm |
