2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (279 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 654 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. 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, 2001 Cadillac XLR (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. 2001 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico has manual transmission. 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Cadillac XLR | 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | XLR | 340 Mexico |
Year Released | 2001 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4101 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 159 L |