2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 400. (340 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 766 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Escalade | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 120 L |
