2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1962 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 1124 kg more than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. 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 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (35 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac XLR | 1962 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | XLR | 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2070 mm |