2004 Cadillac XLR vs. 1985 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2004 Cadillac XLR is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 208 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 103 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 355 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 208. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac XLR | 1985 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | XLR | 208 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 74 L |
