2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 1978 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 70 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 1978 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | XLR | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
