2004 Cadillac XLR vs. 1969 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2004 Cadillac XLR is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 560 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 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, 2004 Cadillac XLR (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac XLR | 1969 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | XLR | Dino |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
