1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1336 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Cadillac |
| Model | Sports Convertible | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2947 mm |
