1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 55 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (248 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1622 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 2012 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. 2012 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | 250 GT | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 95 L |
