2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1982 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 400 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 40 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 697 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 400. 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 1982 Ferrari 400. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1982 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Escalade | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 118 L |
