1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 400. (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Because 2013 Cadillac XTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS. 2013 Cadillac XTS has automatic transmission and 1979 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1979 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac XTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | 400 | XTS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.5 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 76 L |
