1959 Chrysler Imperial 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 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial 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 51 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 426 kg more than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Chrysler | Cadillac |
| Model | Imperial | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2947 mm |
