2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record 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 211 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record.
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) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | XLR | Record |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
