2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1965 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 864 kg more than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac XLR | 1965 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
Model | XLR | Compagno |
Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2230 mm |