2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac XLR. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 306 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
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 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | XLR | F355 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4160 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 |
