2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1987 Ferrari F40
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1423 kg more than 1987 Ferrari F40.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari F40. 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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1987 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Escalade | F40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 472 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 19.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 120 L |
