2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 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 250 more horse power than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 859 kg more than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Reliant |
| Model | XLR | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
