1956 BMW 502 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 502 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1956 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1091 kg more than 1956 BMW 502. 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. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 1956 BMW 502 has manual transmission. 1956 BMW 502 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 502 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 502 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
