2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 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 202 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P5. (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac XLR | 1964 Rover P5 | |
Make | Cadillac | Rover |
Model | XLR | P5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |