2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor 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 274 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 810 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. 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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac XLR | 1962 Morris Minor | |
Make | Cadillac | Morris |
Model | XLR | Minor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 3.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |