2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1728 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Escalade | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 133 L |
