2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 348 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 102 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 101 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 348. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari 348 has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari 348 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.
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2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Escalade | 348 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
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 | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 95 L |