2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 1965 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Publica 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 292 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1965 Toyota Publica. 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac XLR | 1965 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | XLR | Publica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |