1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS 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 133 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 789 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. 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) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (289 Nm). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. 2011 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS has manual transmission. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS 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:
| 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | 328 GTS | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1857 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3302 mm |
