2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Cadillac XLR. (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2001 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 64 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2001 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac XLR | 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | XLR | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| 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 | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 119 L |
