2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator 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 186 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 932 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac XLR | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | XLR | Senator |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6450 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |