1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 101 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1710 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO 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:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | 250 GTO | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 117 L |
