2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 1995 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac XLR. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2006 Cadillac XLR. 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) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 1995 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | XLR | F355 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
