2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 819 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. 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, 2009 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. 2009 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1961 Reliant Sabre Six has manual transmission. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac XLR | 1961 Reliant Sabre Six | |
Make | Cadillac | Reliant |
Model | XLR | Sabre Six |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 3.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |