1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 935 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. (363 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | 355 Spider | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 117 L |
