2004 Cadillac XLR vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 2004 Cadillac XLR is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 340 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930. 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, 1978 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac XLR. (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac XLR | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | XLR | 930 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |