1957 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air 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 282 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 999 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. (277 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air has manual transmission. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air 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:
1957 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
Model | Bel Air | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3860 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
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 | 1626 kg | 2625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3302 mm |