1957 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette 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 180 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1292 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Corvette | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3302 mm |
