2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac XLR. (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 184 kg more than 1995 Porsche 965.
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, 1995 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac XLR. (423 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac XLR. 2006 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 965 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 | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | XLR | 965 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |
