2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1998 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. 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, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari Maranello 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 | 1998 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Escalade | Maranello |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 479 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 114 L |
