2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac XLR. (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 215 kg more than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac XLR. 2009 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1989 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera 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.
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2009 Cadillac XLR | 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Cadillac | De Tomaso |
Model | XLR | Pantera |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |