1949 Austin 16 vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 484 kg more than 1949 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | 16 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
