2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 566 kg more than 1956 Ford Consul. 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, 2005 Cadillac XLR (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac XLR | 1956 Ford Consul | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | XLR | Consul |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |