2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1960 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 326 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (417 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1960 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1960 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1960 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Escalade | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |
