2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon 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 168 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 255 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac XLR | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | XLR | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 3.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
