2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Trabant P 70 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 298 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 805 kg more than 1959 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac XLR (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Trabant |
| Model | XLR | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2390 mm |
