2002 Cadillac XLR vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2002 Cadillac XLR is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac XLR. (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 242 kg more than 2002 Cadillac XLR. 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac XLR. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac XLR | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | XLR | 400 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4570 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 422 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 120 L |