2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT 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 221 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
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 (423 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT. 2006 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel GT has manual transmission. 1970 Opel GT 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 | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | XLR | GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
