2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Reliant Rebel 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 285 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1967 Reliant Rebel. 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 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac XLR | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | Cadillac | Reliant |
Model | XLR | Rebel |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 104 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |