1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1034 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 M.
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 @ 4300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari 512 M. (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari 512 M. 2012 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari 512 M has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari 512 M 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.
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1996 Ferrari 512 M | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
Model | 512 M | Escalade |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6200 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 500 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 | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2946 mm |