2002 Cadillac XLR vs. 1999 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2002 Cadillac XLR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac XLR. (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 244 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F355.
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) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (373 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355. 2002 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari F355 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac XLR | 1999 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | XLR | F355 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 294 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 Weight | 1654 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
