2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Cadillac XLR. (316 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera 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, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (452 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac XLR. (401 Nm). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac XLR. 2001 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1989 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera 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 | 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Cadillac | De Tomaso |
| Model | XLR | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 236 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 Length | 4520 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
