2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1965 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Vauxhall Velox 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 208 more horse power than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 414 kg more than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 1965 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Cadillac | Vauxhall |
| Model | XLR | Velox |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |
