2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (397 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 667 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 612.
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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 612 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:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | 612 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.4 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 98 L |
