2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 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 331 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Seat |
| Model | XLR | 124 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
