2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 756 kg more than 1959 MG MGA. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 1959 MG MGA | |
| Make | Cadillac | MG |
| Model | XLR | MGA |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
