1957 Talbot Lago America vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot Lago America 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 297 more horse power than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1619 kg more than 1957 Talbot Lago America. 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Talbot Lago America. 2011 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1957 Talbot Lago America has manual transmission. 1957 Talbot Lago America will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Talbot Lago America | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Talbot | Cadillac |
| Model | Lago America | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3302 mm |
