1955 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Beetle 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 365 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1749 kg more than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Volkswagen Beetle | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Volkswagen | Cadillac |
Model | Beetle | Escalade |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1192 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2946 mm |