2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 512 BB 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) has 58 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. (339 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 52 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. 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, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (452 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (417 Nm). This means 1975 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1975 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB 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 | 1975 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Escalade | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 339 HP |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
