2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1969 Seat 1430
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 1430 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 373 more horse power than 1969 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 1430.
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 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac XLR | 1969 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Cadillac | Seat |
Model | XLR | 1430 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1436 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 443 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |