2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1965 Simca 1000
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1000 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 392 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1000.
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 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 1965 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | XLR | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 36 L |
