2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1965 Simca 1300
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 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1300 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 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 658 kg more than 1965 Simca 1300. 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 1965 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | XLR | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1290 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 | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
