2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
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 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 364 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Escalade | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 110 L |
