2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 69 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac XLR. 2005 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Cadillac XLR | 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | XLR | Testarossa |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |