2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa 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 (322 HP @ 6450 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac XLR (423 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac XLR | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | XLR | Europa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6450 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
