2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 1970 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Land Rover Serie II 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) has 253 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 156 kg more than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Land Rover Serie II will offer significantly more control. 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 1970 Land Rover Serie II | |
| Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
| Model | XLR | Serie II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |
