2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1951 Tatra T600
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1951 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1951 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 485 kg more than 1951 Tatra T600. 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, 2007 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac XLR | 1951 Tatra T600 | |
Make | Cadillac | Tatra |
Model | XLR | T600 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1951 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |