1948 Austin A 70 vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1349 kg more than 1948 Austin A 70. 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. 2011 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 70 | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 70 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1857 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
