2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1971 Ford 17
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford 17 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 263 more horse power than 1971 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 579 kg more than 1971 Ford 17. 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 1971 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | XLR | 17 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |
