2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 1965 Renault 10
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault 10 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 279 more horse power than 1965 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 860 kg more than 1965 Renault 10. 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 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac XLR | 1965 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | XLR | 10 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2280 mm |
