2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro 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 327 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro.
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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | XLR | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
