2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1964 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (443 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1964 Mitsubishi 500.
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 (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac XLR | 1964 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | XLR | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 443 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2070 mm |