1959 Ford Prefect 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 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect 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 359 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1913 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. 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 1959 Ford Prefect. 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 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Prefect | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.4 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 117 L |
