2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1978 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 308 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 90 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1326 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308. 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 1978 Ferrari 308. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1978 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Escalade | 308 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2560 mm |
