2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 44 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | XLR | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2960 mm |
