2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1971 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Rekord 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 384 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord.
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 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 1971 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | XLR | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
