2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 2008 Cadillac XLR is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac XLR. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2008 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Cadillac XLR | 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | XLR | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 119 L |