2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1966 Holden EH
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden EH 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 201 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 469 kg more than 1966 Holden EH. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 1966 Holden EH | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | XLR | EH |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
