2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (317 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 46 kg more than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. 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, 2006 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | XLR | 365 GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
