1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 214 kg more than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. 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, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Fleetwood | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 2786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2947 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |