2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 1972 Triumph 1500
To start off, 2008 Cadillac XLR is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1972 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 595 kg more than 1972 Triumph 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac XLR | 1972 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | XLR | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
