1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.4 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 98 L |
