1960 Austin 7 vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 2057 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | 7 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 95 L |
