2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1966 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 LM 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 (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. (317 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1677 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. 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 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1966 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Escalade | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 140 L |
