1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 789 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 400. 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 400. (393 Nm). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 400. 2012 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | 400 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 117 L |
