2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac XLR. (322 HP @ 6450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 497 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
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, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac XLR. (423 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac XLR. 2009 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac XLR | 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | XLR | 288 GTO |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6450 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 120 L |
