2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 1984 Ferrari 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 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 4,369 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (444 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari GTO. (400 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari GTO weights approximately 109 kg more than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
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, 2009 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari GTO. (496 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari GTO. 2009 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari GTO has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari 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 GTO | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | XLR | GTO |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4369 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 1830 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
