2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
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 Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus 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 255 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 666 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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 (423 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac XLR | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | XLR | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6450 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
