2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 868 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. 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, 2006 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor. 2006 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1955 Morris Minor has manual transmission. 1955 Morris Minor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Morris |
| Model | XLR | Minor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 22 L |
