2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (443 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | XLR | Dart |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
