2004 Cadillac XLR vs. 1985 Ferrari 400
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 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Cadillac XLR (408 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac XLR | 1985 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | XLR | 400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 118 L |
