1956 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1729 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca. 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. 2012 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1956 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 1956 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Aceca | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1857 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 117 L |
