2002 Cadillac XLR vs. 1983 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2002 Cadillac XLR is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 400. (310 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 176 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Cadillac XLR (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 400. 2002 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Cadillac XLR | 1983 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | XLR | 400 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4570 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 120 L |