1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1264 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 2011 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | 250 GT | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |
