1965 Ferrari 330GT vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 330GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 330GT 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 103 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. (300 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1189 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. 2011 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 330GT has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 330GT 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:
| 1965 Ferrari 330GT | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | 330GT | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| 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 | 300 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1857 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
