2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1466 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Escalade | 288 GTO |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 120 L |
