2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1972 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Reliant Rebel 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 412 more horse power than 1972 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1972 Reliant Rebel.
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 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Reliant Rebel. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Reliant Rebel. 2007 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1972 Reliant Rebel has manual transmission. 1972 Reliant Rebel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 1972 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Cadillac | Reliant |
| Model | XLR | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |
