2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 1966 Lamborghini 400
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lamborghini 400 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini 400 (317 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Cadillac XLR. (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 2001 Cadillac XLR.
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) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lamborghini 400. (373 Nm). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lamborghini 400. 2001 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1966 Lamborghini 400 has manual transmission. 1966 Lamborghini 400 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 | 1966 Lamborghini 400 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | XLR | 400 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |
