1966 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 LM 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 86 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1769 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. 2011 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 250 LM has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 250 LM 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:
| 1966 Ferrari 250 LM | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | 250 LM | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 117 L |
