1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1437 kg more than 1973 Ferrari Dino. 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 (497 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino. 2011 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1973 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1973 Ferrari Dino 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.
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1973 Ferrari Dino | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
Model | Dino | Escalade |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 497 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2667 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2946 mm |