2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1962 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Escalade | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2646 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 88 L |
