2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1367 kg more than 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. 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 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. 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 (515 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Escalade | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 74 L |
