1984 Ferrari 400 vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 844 kg more than 1984 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 400. 2010 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 400 | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | 400 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 98 L |
